The Himalayas are not merely a geographical feature, a range of mountains. they epitomise people's civilisational identity that goes back to the dawn of history. If these majestic mountains were not there, the rain clouds sweeping up from the Indian Ocean.

Ladakh region of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir have many great opportunities of Mountain climbing. The Suru and Zanskar valleys provide some of the most spectacular and difficult climbing peaks of Ladakh region. The twin peaks of Nun and Kun are very famous and one of the most frequent climbing areas of the region and both the peaks are booked out for months in advance and some times in years by climbing expeditions. The approach to the twin peaks is from the Kargil-Padum Road, about 70 km south of Kargil. The main approach is either from Tangole or Gulmadong. Some expeditions have also approached from Parkutse along the Kangri Glacier. To reach the base camp of the Kun peak climbers have to cross the Suru River. The trekking peak of Stok Kangri is also very famous and climbed every year by many Mountaineers.

Camping is the best way of enjoying the wonders of nature given to Himachal and sharing the warmth of its people. You can carry your own gear along or opt for any one of the several camps that are pitched in various parts of the State.